Finally. Alito has been confirmed. 58 in favor, 42 against. Here’s the breakdown from C-SPAN.

One Republican, Chafee of Rhode Island, voted against Alito. Four Democrats voted for him.

In celebration, I bought a new lens for my camera. I was trying to decide between the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 and the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8. The Canon lens cost about $1,100 whereas the Tamron lens could be had at about $350. Normally, quality comes with a price, and I was looking for quality. I have heard good things in the past about Tamron lenses, so I wanted to give it a fair shake in comparison with its Canon counterpart.

What should one do if trying to compare lenses? Google it. I was able to find several comparisons and reviews, and from what I found, the Tamron lens actually performed better or equal to the Canon lens. Check out this nice comparison. Another can be found here.

With the comparisons coming in favor of the Tamron, I had to go with it. Plus, I saved about $500. I’ll try to post some reviews of the lens once I receive it.

Next lens…the Canon 70-200mm f/2.8. I probably won’t do many comparisons here. I love this lens and have shot with it before (some examples here). Plus, you just look cooler carrying around that big, white lens.

PS: Oh yeah. I’m supposed to be going to see some guy named Bush speak tomorrow. Not sure what that’s about. heh